The sky on
your birthday.
Liftoff of Space Shuttle Columbia
Space Shuttle Columbia lifts off. The Space Shuttle program flew for 30 years, carrying astronauts and cargo to Earth orbit. Columbia was the first of the Space Shuttle fleet to fly, making its maiden voyage in 1981. It completed 28 missions before its final flight in 2003.
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Released on your day
Space pictures released on your month and day in other years, or a few days either side. Each one is sharp enough to print as a poster.
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Released on 11 April 2011 Arcade adventure for young stars See it as a poster -
Released on 11 April 2003 Gusev Crater See it as a poster -
Released on 11 April 2024 Wide-field view of the region of the sky around the nebula NGC 6164/6165 See it as a poster -
Released on 11 April 2019 The moon is photographed in its first quarter phase just above the Earth's limb as the International Space Station See it as a poster -
Released on 11 April 2024 The Pinacate Peaks (at center), a group of volcanic peaks in the Mexican state of Sonora just north of the Gulf See it as a poster
In tropical astrology, 11 APR 1999 falls under Aries (♈). The sign's window runs from 03-21 through 04-19. Aries is the constellation traditionally tied to spring's arrival in the northern hemisphere. The Sun was crossing this region of the sky on 11 APR 1999.
Questions about April 11, 1999
What space photo was released on April 11, 1999?
NASA's Astronomy Picture of the Day for April 11, 1999 was "Liftoff of Space Shuttle Columbia". It's the card at the top of this page.
What was the Moon's phase on April 11, 1999?
A waning crescent moon, about 21% lit.
What day of the week was April 11, 1999?
April 11, 1999 was a Sunday, day 101 of the 365 days in 1999.
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